Boston Scientific recalls Ablation Galil IceFORCE 2.1 Prostate Cryoablation Kits due to needle surface deterioration from electrolysis during procedures. Affected units have specific batch numbers and GTIN. Consumers should contact for details.
The needle surface deteriorated due to unexpected electrolysis during procedure.
Boston Scientific is recalling Ablation Galil IceFORCE 2.1 Prostate Cryoablation Kits because the needles can deteriorate during procedures due to unexpected electrolysis. This could lead to potential complications during surgery.
The needles in the kit can deteriorate due to unexpected electrolysis during surgical procedures. This deterioration could potentially lead to complications during the cryoablation process.
Patients undergoing prostate cryoablation procedures using the affected kits are most at risk. Medical professionals who use these kits for surgical procedures may also be affected.
Check for batch numbers A1170, A1583, A1937, A6710, A6744, A6857, A6900, A6913, A6926, A7014, A7027, A7122, T0055, T0144, T0181, T0211, T0212, T0238, T0270, T0816, T0815 on the kit packaging. The product has a GTIN of 7290104831065.
Reach out to Boston Scientific directly for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled kit.
The needles can deteriorate due to unexpected electrolysis during surgical procedures.
Check for batch numbers A1170, A1583, A1937, A6710, A6744, A6857, A6900, A6913, A6926, A7014, A7027, A7122, T0055, T0144, T0181, T0211, T0212, T0238, T0270, T0816, T0815 on the kit packaging.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or immediate action, so contact Boston Scientific for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Boston Scientific to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2681-2020 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-2681-2020 from Boston Scientific. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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